About

Car Lovers Express in Wauchope, NSW has a Google rating of 4.2, so it’s a solid pick if you’re nearby. It’s open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The site offers both automatic wash bays and self-serve bays, giving you options, and there’s even a dog wash on site for a quick pamper.

Prices are a mixed bag. Several reviewers call them pricey or the most expensive, with self-serve bays at about $2 per minute or $1 for 30 seconds. Cash can work for some, but many people pay by card, with tap-to-pay common, and vacuums tend to be card-only. Coin machines aren’t mentioned much, and some folks wish change were easier.

The staff are often praised for being friendly and helpful, though none of the reviews indicate a hand-wash service by staff. There are plenty of vacuum machines on site, and the overall vibe is straightforward and practical – park, wash, and on with your day.

Automatic Features

Automatic car wash with a 2.1 m high auto bay and a manual washing bay large enough to fit a bus; friendly, helpful staff.

Self Service Features

A manual washing bay large enough to fit a bus, plus self-service bays; it also offers a self-wash vacuum and a dog wash.

Pricing Overview

- Self-serve DIY bays: $2.00 per minute (equivalent to $1.00 per 30 seconds)
- Coin bays: $10 buys about 5 minutes (consistent with $2/min)
- Promo: first wash free for new customers (mentioned in one review)
- Perception: several reviews describe the prices as expensive/exorbitant